"U.S. Aid Uncertainty Sparks Concern Over Ukraine's Armament Shortage"

European nations are struggling to ramp up defense manufacturing to support Ukraine's war against Russia, as U.S. aid remains uncertain due to Republican opposition. The continent faces challenges in meeting Ukraine's urgent need for artillery shells and air defense missiles, with European Union officials acknowledging a shortfall in meeting earlier targets. The continent's fragmented defense industry, legal barriers, and lack of wartime footing pose obstacles to rapid production, while European leaders call for greater joint procurement and arms donations to Ukraine.